Dr. (Dent) Cecilia Kakrabah Quarshie, President of Ghana Dental Association
The Ghana Dental Association (GDA) has wrapped up an innovative essay competition that has captured the imagination of young students.
Timed perfectly with World Oral Health Day (WOHD), the competition challenged students aged 12 to 15 to unravel the fascinating connection between oral health and mental well-being under the inspiring theme, “A Happy Mouth is a Happy Mind.”
Global technology brand Tecno Mobile stepped up as one of the competition’s key sponsors, transforming an educational initiative into an exciting opportunity for young writers.
By offering cutting-edge technological prizes, Tecno not only incentivised participation but also highlighted the critical role of technology in public health education.
The competition culminated in an awards ceremony as part of GDA and Pepsodent’s WOHD celebration organised at Ridge Church School on March 20, where exceptional young writers were recognised for their insightful essays:
Nii Omanye O. Koney from Christ the King International School claimed the top prize – a state-of-the-art Tecno laptop.
Richelle Zuviel Segkpeb, also from Christ the King International School, who placed second received a Tecno tablet.
Jecty Daisy Afua Oforiwa from Bishop Bowers School placed third, and she received a Tecno tablet.
Participants from various schools crafted lively tunes inspired by this year’s theme, blending oral health advocacy with music and fun. Technology giant Tecno reaffirmed its partnership by awarding tablets to winning teams, a gesture highlighting their ongoing support for innovative health education.
By Clifford Owusu